For all the curious: Nino's agent, Andy Rufener, confirms that it was his idea to ask for a trade, convincing Nino it was the best for his development. He says it takes full responsibility on eventual fall-out but that he has to do the right thing for Nino. He doesn't see a future for Nino with this GM and this Coach.

Great, maybe the agent doesn't have Nino best interests in mind. He does make $$ off of each of his clients. Islanders are starting to be know as the team that doesn't OVERPAY for any player. (because they are kinda cheap). Logically then any players agent, in this case Nino, would get less. Go onto another team make more possibly.

There is a spot on this team for any player if he is worth it. Unlike other teams that push guys out the door quickly. Heck the Isles held onto Brendan Witt for way too long.